Biblical Answer

What did my family member do to me?

In my family, my brother or sister probably reacted in an opposite way to me when we were growing up. They may have been angry, hurt, or resentful towards me. They may have felt that I was taking attention away from them or that I was a burden to our family. They may have felt that our parents were too focused on me and not enough on them. This is a common experience for many people who have a family member with behavioral problems or addiction. Our parents may have been angry, hurt, or frustrated with me, and they may have taken out their feelings on my siblings. They may have felt that I was a disappointment to them or that I was not living up to their expectations.

It's possible that my family member did something hurtful or damaging to me, and that I am still feeling the effects of it today. This could be due to a variety of reasons, such as addiction, mental health issues, or simply poor choices. Whatever the reason, it's likely that my family member's actions had a significant impact on my life and my relationships. This can be a difficult and painful experience to process, but it's an important step towards healing and recovery. As the Bible says, "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ" (Galatians 6:2). This means that we are called to support and care for one another, even in difficult circumstances.

As I reflect on my family member's actions, I am reminded of the importance of forgiveness and healing. Forgiveness doesn't mean that what they did was okay or that I have to forget about it. Rather, it means that I choose to let go of my anger and resentment towards them and towards myself. It means that I choose to see them and myself in a new light, as people who are loved and valued by God. As the Bible says, "Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice" (Ephesians 4:31). This is a call to move beyond our hurts and our resentments and to live in the freedom and love of God.